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Solvent Orange 60

Brand
Fineland Chem
Color Index
Solvent Orange 60
Color Index No
564100
CAS No
6925-69-5
EC No
230-049-5
Chemical Group
Anthraquinone
Chemical Formula C18H10N2O

 

What is Solvent Orange 60?

Solvent Orange 60 is an oil-soluble solvent dye widely used for coloring plastics, fuels, lubricants, waxes, and other hydrocarbon-based systems. As a solvent dye, it dissolves directly in compatible organic media and produces bright orange transparent coloration.

The dye is valued for its strong tinting strength, good solubility, and stable color performance in many industrial applications. It is commonly used in plastic coloration and hydrocarbon systems where clear, transparent orange shades are required.

Product Technical Data

Solvent Orange 60 CorSol®3260       ⬇️TDS

This is a yellowish orange solvent dye recommended for plastics such as PS, SAN, PMMA, PC, PET, PA6, ABS and ABS/PC blends, with potential suitability for PA66, offering stable processing behavior and consistent coloration in industrial applications.

Physical Properties

Test Item Specification
Bulk Density (g/cm3) 0.22, 0.58
Melting point (℃) approx. 230
Moisture(%) ≤0.5
Ash(%) ≤0.3
Insolubility(%) ≤0.3
PH Value 6-8
Fe Content(ppm) ≤1000

 

Fastness Properties

Heat Resistance (℃) in PS 300 Migration Resistance(1~5) 5
Light Resistance (Full Shade, 1-8) 8 Resistance to Acid(1~5) 5
Light (Reduced tinting, 1~8) 7 Resistance to Alkali(1~5) 5

Typical Applications

Solvent Orange 60 is commonly used in the following applications:

  • Plastics and engineering resins

  • Fuel and lubricant coloring

  • Wax and hydrocarbon systems

  • Industrial oils

  • Synthetic resins

  • Specialty inks and coatings

In plastics, the dye enables transparent orange coloration, while in hydrocarbon systems it provides clear color identification.

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Key Performance Properties

1. Excellent Solubility in Organic Media

The dye dissolves well in oils, fuels, and many organic solvents, allowing uniform coloration without particle dispersion.

2. Strong Tinting Strength

Solvent Orange 60 provides strong color intensity even at relatively low dosage levels, making it efficient for many industrial formulations.

3. Transparent Coloration

As a solvent dye, it produces clear and transparent orange shades suitable for applications requiring visual clarity.

4. Good Processing Stability

The dye maintains stable color performance under typical processing conditions used in plastics and hydrocarbon-based systems.

Advantage

1. Suitable for Transparent Plastic Coloring

The dye enables transparent orange coloration in compatible thermoplastic materials without significantly affecting clarity.

2. Effective for Fuel and Oil Identification

It is commonly used to provide distinct color identification in fuels and lubricants.

3. Easy Processing

Since the dye dissolves directly in compatible systems, dispersion processes required for pigments are not necessary.

Typical Limitations

1. Moderate Lightfastness

Compared with high-performance pigments, solvent dyes generally provide lower resistance to long-term outdoor exposure.

2. Possible Migration in Certain Plastics

Migration resistance depends on polymer compatibility and formulation design.

3. Limited Hiding Power

As a dye, it provides transparent coloration and does not offer opacity.

Synonyms

Solvent Orange 60 Macrolex Orange 3G Polysolve Orange 60 Transparent Orange 3G
C.I. Solvent Orange 60 Oil Orange 60 Sandoplast Orange 3G 12H-Phthaloperin-12-one
CI 564100 Elbaplast Orange 3G Sumiplast Orange HRP 12H-isoindolo[2,1-a]perimidin-12-one

Buyer Guidance

When selecting solvent dyes for industrial use, buyers should confirm:

  • Target application (plastics, fuels, lubricants, etc.)

  • Solubility requirements

  • Processing temperature

  • Desired shade intensity

  • Regulatory and compliance requirements

Providing detailed application information helps suppliers recommend suitable grades and ensure optimal performance.

Package and Delivery

25KG Kraft Bag, 400kg/500kg Carton Box

Lead Time: Normally around 15 days after signed contract.

Manufacturer and Supplier Information

Fineland Chem supplies industrial colorants and solvent dyes for applications including plastics, fuels, lubricants, and hydrocarbon systems.

Products are manufactured under controlled quality standards to ensure stable color strength, reliable solubility performance, and consistent batch quality. Technical communication and export support are available for global customers.

FAQ

1. What is Solvent Orange 60 mainly used for?

It is commonly used for coloring plastics, fuels, lubricants, waxes, and other hydrocarbon-based systems.

2. Is it soluble in oils and fuels?

Yes. The dye dissolves well in many oils, fuels, and organic solvents.

3. Can it be used in plastics?

Yes. It is widely used for transparent coloration in compatible thermoplastic materials.

4. How does it differ from orange pigments?

Solvent dyes dissolve in the medium and produce transparent coloration, while pigments remain dispersed and provide opacity.

5. Is it suitable for outdoor coatings?

It is generally not recommended for long-term outdoor exposure due to moderate lightfastness compared with pigment systems.

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